RAM 3500 Truck 2WD V10-8.0L VIN W HDC (2000)
Check the caster of the front axle for correct angle. Be sure the axle is not bent or twisted. Road test the vehicle and make left and right turn. Observe the
steering wheel return-to-center position. Low caster will cause poor steering wheel returnability.
Caster can be adjusted by rotating the cams on the lower suspension arm. Refer to the Alignment Specification for the correct setting.
TOE POSITION
The wheel toe position adjustment should be the final adjustment.
1. Start the engine and turn wheels both ways before straightening the wheels. Center and Secure the steering wheel and turn off engine.
2. Loosen the adjustment sleeve clamp bolts.
3. Adjust the right wheel toe position with the drag link. Turn the sleeve until the right wheel is at the correct TOE-IN position. Position clamp bolts
to their original position and tighten to specifications. Make sure the toe setting does not change during clamp tightening.
4. Adjust left wheel toe position with tie rod at left knuckle. Turn the sleeve until the left wheel is at the correct TOE-IN position. Position clamp
bolts to their original position and tighten to specifications. Make sure the toe setting does not change during clamp tightening.
5. Verify the right toe setting.
Cab-Chassis Caster Correction
NOTE: To determine the correct caster alignment angle for Cab-Chassis vehicles the following procedure must be performed.
NOTE: 4x2 11000 GVW has a solid front axle and uses a 4x4 frame.
